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5 Tips for Seniors Picking Colleges

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by RAKI WRIGHT

5 Tips for Seniors Picking Colleges

Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions you will make. Here are five tips for seniors on how to choose a college. I grew up in a middle-class family in Virginia with my mom, step-dad, and brother. Both of my parents worked hard to give my brother and me the best life they could. My dream was to be the first person ...

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Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: College, high school, how to choose a college

Why E-Liquid Vaping is So Popular

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Vaping is a technology that allows the user to inhale electronically atomized nicotine as an alternative to smoking tobacco through a cigarette or pipe. The advantages experienced by users of the technology, coupled with greater social acceptance of the smokeless product, have likely contributed to the current trend toward vaping over tobacco ...

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Keeping Kids Safe in the Critical Hours Before & After School

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Five things parents can do to ensure after school safety.

Five things parents can do to ensure after school safety. Thankfully, I am able to be home with my kids in the morning while they’re getting ready for school and waiting on the school bus. This is especially helpful if we wake up late or something out of the ordinary happens. I can take them to school before I go to work. I know that not ...

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Filed Under: Childcare Tagged With: After School, after school safety

Valentine’s Day Ideas That Will Awe Your Partner

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Valentine's Day Ideas That Will Awe Your Partner

Valentine's Day is a time where you can show your love and appreciation to the person you hold closest to your heart. Whether you are new to the relationship or celebrating your 50th Valentine’s day together, coming up with an idea or gift can be challenging for some. Below you will find some ideas to help spark a little romantic inspiration to ...

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Filed Under: Marriage Tagged With: Valentine's Day, valentine's day ideas

How to Discuss Body Odor with Tweens and Choose the Right Deodorant

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by RAKI WRIGHT

The tween years are an ideal time to speak with your child about sweat and odors as well as introducing and getting them in the habit of wearing deodorant.

The tween years are an ideal time to speak with your child about sweat and odors as well as introducing and getting them in the habit of wearing deodorant. I have a 16-year-old son who plays football, plays soccer and lifts weights. I've found that for boys routines, great products and positive reinforcement work best. My son routinely ...

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Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Body Odor, Teens, Tween, Tweens

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Welcome! I'm Raki. I am a working mom of 2 (22-year old son and 15-year old daughter). I share tips to balance work, family, and make time for you. More...

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